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Job Title: Senior Network Engineer – 5G/LTE Design & Optimization | Wiverse | Plano, TX
Recruiting Company: Wiverse
Job Location: Plano, Texas (Onsite)
Job Type: 10‑Month Contract, Onsite
Rate: $55+ per hour
Additional Info: Local candidates or those able to report onsite preferred; Immediate start

Position Summary
Wiverse is seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Engineer to lead advanced 5G and LTE network design and optimization projects. This role is critical in shaping the performance, reliability, and scalability of next‑generation wireless networks across multi‑vendor environments. You will provide technical leadership while driving continuous enhancements in RAN architecture and performance.

Detailed Job Description
As a Senior Network Engineer, you will spearhead the design, analysis, and optimization of complex 5G/LTE radio access networks for major regional deployments. You will collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams, manage multi‑state project initiatives, and conduct deep‑dive analyses across accessibility, mobility, and performance domains. This role involves hands‑on RF design, advanced model tuning, KPI analysis, drive test evaluation, and strategic recommendation of RAN features and parameters. Working in an environment leveraging Massive MIMO, mmWave, IoT, LAA, and CBRS technologies, you will be central to delivering high‑performing next‑gen wireless networks.

✅ Key Responsibilities

Lead large‑scale 5G/LTE network design, implementation, and optimization efforts

Provide technical leadership across multiple metro‑scale or multi‑state projects

Work across diverse technologies: 5G NR, Massive MIMO, mmWave, LTE, LAA, CBRS, IoT

Analyze L3 signaling, mobility issues, accessibility, retainability, and event logs

Perform RF design using Planet EV, Atoll, link budgets, tilt/azimuth tuning, and site proposals

Use ACP tools, Monte Carlo simulations, and propagation model tuning to improve performance

Conduct optimization using TEMS, Actix, Agilent, and Rohde & Schwarz tools

Evaluate drive test data, KPIs, and performance metrics; resolve complex RAN issues

Recommend feature activations, parameter adjustments, and capacity enhancements

Identify technical add‑on opportunities to support sales teams

Required Qualifications & Skills

10+ years of network engineering experience (BSEE/BSCS or equivalent)

Deep expertise in 5G/LTE RAN design, optimization, and tuning

Strong leadership managing large‑scale, multi‑site engineering initiatives

Advanced understanding of LTE/5G RAN, Layer 3 messaging, drive test data, and KPI analysis

Hands‑on experience with Planet EV, Atoll, ACP tools, TEMS, Actix, Agilent, and R&S

Excellent cross‑functional communication and customer-facing skills

Ability to work independently, travel as needed, and deliver under pressure

✨ Nice‑to‑Have Skills

Experience with multi‑vendor RAN technologies

Strong knowledge of Massive MIMO and mmWave optimization

Background in IoT, LAA, and CBRS network deployments

Proficiency in RAN performance automation or Python‑based analysis

Prior experience identifying and supporting technical pre‑sales opportunities

Recruitment Pro Tip
Showcase detailed examples of your impact on 5G/LTE RAN performance—especially projects involving multi‑state deployments, Massive MIMO tuning, or advanced optimization tools—as these achievements demonstrate the senior‑level engineering leadership this role demands.

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